He had a stroke a 1-1/2 years ago, and has been in a nursing home ever since. His wife and him are divorcing...and once it is final he can move up here.
He has the is Sheltie that he picked out and bought...but since he has been in the nursing home...he has only seen her twice. He has been really demanding about this issue. He wants the dog above anything else!
The wife took the dog out of state and knowing her...she won't return....
How do I break this man's heart? Should I wait until I know for sure...the attorney said that she hasn't responded to this request...and most likely won't!
What do I do?
2007-07-19 12:05:11 · 3 answers · asked by poopsiemom031904 3 in Pets ➔ Dogs
Wait until it is a certainty that she won't let him have this little dog. Beg her if you have to. If she's just too heartless, get another (I do sheltie rescue, and you can contact me aobut rescues, or reputable breeders in your area by the e-mail in my profile if you'd like) after you've explained to him as gently as you can that she has the other one. Let him fall in love with the new one. Shelties seem to know where they're needed most. Thanks for caring so much aobut both your FIL and the little doggie.
2007-07-19 12:13:03 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 4⤊ 0⤋
The really sad thing is that she will probably have the dog killed to spite her former husband. If that is the case, I wouldn't tell him that part. Sometimes what you don't know won't hurt you and anger for a stroke victim is not a good thing. Anyway, the prior answers were quite good but before getting a new Sheltie, be absolutely sure he is ready or he may reject it, ie, tell him about that possibility and see how he reacts.
2007-07-19 13:33:23 · answer #2 · answered by Caninelegion 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Wait til you get the definite answer of whether you get the dog back or not before you say anything to him. Than when you do, just be honest.
2007-07-19 12:10:34 · answer #3 · answered by smurf 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋